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Balcarce, Argentina
Buenos Aires · Argentina
Balcarce is a mid-size city in Buenos Aires, Argentina with a population of 38,823. Elevation: 318 ft (97 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Balcarce
San José de Balcarce is a city in Buenos Aires Province (Argentina) about 51 km (32 mi) west of Mar del Plata with a population of approx 44,064. It is the head town of the Balcarce Partido. The UN/LOCODE is ARBCA.
People
Climate
| Population | 38,823 |
| Population Density | 5,769 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 318 ft (97 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.8464°, -58.2555° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Buenos Aires |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.2 inches (842 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balcarce
Balcarce is a mid-size city in Argentina (Buenos Aires) with a population of 38,823. The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet (97 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires.
Climate in Balcarce
Balcarce has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.5°C), the coldest is Jul (6.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1137 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 318 ft (97 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,769/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.8464°N, 58.2555°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1954 | MAR DEL PLATA | Avalanche | 1.0 m | - | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in |
Balcarce has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 46°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.0") and August the driest (1.8").
Colleges & Universities in Balcarce
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facultad de Ciencias Agrarias UNMdP | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Balcarce
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela República Argentina | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial 501 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Primaria Nº 16 25 De Mayo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Primaria 3 Marcos Sastre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Secundaria 1 General Antonio González Balcarce | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educación Secundaría Técnica 1 Lucas Kraglevich | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Complementario 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial Nº502 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Emilio Lamarca | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Secundaria 6 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Secundaria 10 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Secundaria 7 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Secundaria 9 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Primaria Nº 8 Manuel Belgrano | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Santa Rosa De Lima | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Primaria 45 Gendarmería Nacional | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Primaria 6 Doctor José B. Cereijo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Secundaria 3 Carmelo Sánchez | - | - | - | - |
| Extensión De Escuela De Educación Secundaria 3 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Primaria 13 Independencia Nacional | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Primaria Nº10 Malvinas Argentinas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Primaria 9 Hipólito Yrigoyen | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Primaria 2 General José San Martín | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela De Educación Primaria 1 Domingo Faustino Sarmiento | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 4 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Balcarce
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Saint Germain | cristo, curación | MP3 24 kbps |
Museums in Balcarce
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del automovilismo 'Juan Manuel Fangio' | ||||
| Museo Histórico Municipal | ||||
| Museo Juan Manuel Fangio |
Libraries in Balcarce
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Popular | 0.0 |
Hotels in Balcarce
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Balcarce
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Balcarce
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Balcarce
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Balcarce
4 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Balcarce
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Balcarce
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Balcarce
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Balcarce
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balcarce
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Balcarce
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Balcarce
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Balcarce
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Balcarce
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ástor Piazzola International Airport | MDQ | Medium Airport |
| Necochea Airport | NEC | Medium Airport |
| Ayacucho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bahía de los Moros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Balcarce Aeroclub Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Batan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bellamar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Comandante Eduardo A. Olivero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coronel Vidal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia La Alborada | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia La Estrella Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia Los Cardos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia Lucila Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Iriberri Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cortaderas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loberia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mar del Plata Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Miramar Airport | MJR | Small Airport |
| Moromar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nika Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Parque Hermoso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pulverizaciones Aerosur Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quequén Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Balcarce
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo Argentino |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balcarce
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San José | |
| Iglesia San Jose | |
| Iglesia Santa María |
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What is the population of Balcarce?
Balcarce has a population of 38,823 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 5,769 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balcarce?
Balcarce enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches.